Diplomats tell us what Kiwis need to know about their homelands.

Australian couple's out-of-the-box idea sparks a global ticket-selling frenzy.

New research has revealed Fiji to be the most popular destination for Kiwi families.

Shandelle Battersby enjoys the people watching and the setting sun in Canggu.

Shandelle Battersby gets down and dirty on Vanuatu's main island and has a fabulous time.

If you're thinking Europe is just the land of cathedrals and art galleries, think again.

Once defined by images of famine, Ethiopia is now one of the most progressive nations in Africa, Sarah Marshall discovers.

A tranquil lodge on a beach with spectacular sunsets makes for the perfect island getaway, writes Sue Baxalle.

Picturesque Vancouver has a range of attractions to keep explorers of all ages happy.

The silence of nature and sea are soothing and offer great surroundings to reconnect with your better half, says Gina Bunton.

Just off the coast of Nadi, and barely a hop, skip and a jump from Denarau, you'll find the white sandy beaches of the Mamanuca Islands.

Big, bright and unashamedly over the top, Las Vegas lives up to the brash American stereotype, in neon.

'I'd heard Americans were loud and brash but the Wisconsinites were quite the opposite. They spoke slowly and articulated everything carefully.'

From the top of the Battle Abbey gatehouse, visitors will have a 360-degree view of the Sussex countryside where the clash that ended the Anglo-Saxon phase of English history took place.

This spot in Venezuela is struck by more lightning than anywhere else in the world, creating spectacular electric storms. What on Earth is going on?

For many years now, according to a park official, boxes of rocks previously stolen from the historic site have been showing up in the mail.

It's never 'just one drink' in Vietnam - mostly due to the insane drink specials, writes Eli Orzessek.

Small, hometown institutions are benefiting from Pokemon Go's foot traffic.

Karl du Fresne's new book takes readers on a sonic journey around the United States.

Shandelle Battersby takes refuge from Raro's heat at a secluded beachfront spot.

Amazing footage shows the moment a Kiwi takes flight over the Swiss Alps.

The golden statue at Hainan Island, China, was built to represent peace and wisdom, but the selfie-takers showed the opposite.

For those brave enough to make the trip, Rio de Janeiro is a city rich with potential rewards.

A rare solar phenomenon has made an appearance in New York City, with thousands stopping traffic to snap that perfect picture.

The annual KaiNiue festival promises guest chefs, cooking masterclasses and cultural community food events, writes Stephanie Holmes.

If a wilderness holiday in Alaska is out of your reach, Katmai National Park's Bearcam is the next best thing.

They may be lacking in numbers but the colourful characters of the hinterland more than make up for it with bold names and big personalities, writes Tim Roxborogh.

A new passenger plane designed especially for heavier-set travellers will be unveiled to the world this week.

Located in downtown Bangkok, Neverland cafe hosts a wide pen area where visitors can play with 29 dogs during the cafe's service hours.

Americans are looking at New Zealand in a new light and it's entirely politically motivated.